FANS of Guildford Heat have come up with a plan to try to save the professional basketball club from imminent closure.

They are hoping to raise £25,000 in 25 days (between January 5 and 30) and are urging the public to back the appeal.

Pete Bowyer, who runs the Guildford Heat Supporters' Club, explained: “In response to the announcement about the Heat’s shortfall in its budget, the supporters’ club is keen to do whatever we can to save the club.

"We have come up with a plan to raise £25,000 in 25 days and urge all fans to offer their support by making a donation. If we don’t reach the target, the donations will be refunded.”

Those who donate up to £100 will be mentioned in the programme. Anyone donating up to £200 will also be given a photo of themselves with the team. A donation of up to £500 will secure tickets to the BBL Trophy Final.

Donors offering up to £1,000 will receive, among other things, a VIP ticket to the BBL Trophy Final and a half season ticket.

And anyone who donates more than £1,000 will also get a visit by the player of their choice to their school or business.

To donate, call Pete on 01344 776225 or e-mail peter.bowyer@pkb.co.uk.